🧠 Pediatric Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP): NCLEX Signs & Nursing Actions
Learn the early and late signs of increased ICP in infants and children. This NCLEX-ready blog covers symptoms, nursing priorities, and high-yield KOTC visuals.
🧒 Croup vs Epiglottitis: NCLEX Airway Emergency Essentials
Learn the key differences between croup and epiglottitis with this KOTC visual. Master symptoms, nursing interventions, and airway priorities for the NCLEX.
🤰 Preeclampsia vs Eclampsia: NCLEX Red Flag Signs Every Nurse Must Know
Understand the key differences between preeclampsia and eclampsia for the NCLEX. This blog breaks down symptoms, labs, and nursing priorities with a KOTC visual.
🍬 Type I vs. Type II Diabetes: NCLEX Clarity in One Visual
Quickly learn the key differences between Type I and Type II diabetes for the NCLEX. This KOTC blog uses a visual to compare insulin production, beta-cell damage, symptoms, and nursing interventions.
🧒 Heat Stroke in Pediatric Patients: NCLEX Must-Know Signs & Interventions
Learn the signs, symptoms, and nursing interventions for pediatric heat stroke. This NCLEX-ready blog features a KOTC visual and clinical breakdown of thermoregulation emergencies.
Cervical Spine Positioning in Neonatal Resuscitation: What Every Nurse Must Know
When it comes to neonatal resuscitation, even small positioning errors can prevent effective ventilation. The NCLEX frequently tests your understanding of newborn airway anatomy—especially the critical role of cervical spine positioning during resuscitation efforts.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What Nursing Students Must Know for the NCLEX
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition with high clinical relevance, especially in musculoskeletal and neuro exam sections of the NCLEX. It involves compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel of the wrist—often due to overuse, repetitive motion, or systemic conditions like pregnancy and diabetes.
How ACE Inhibitors Work – A Key NCLEX Pharmacology Concept
ACE inhibitors (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme inhibitors) are essential medications in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure. Understanding their pharmacodynamics is crucial for NCLEX preparation, as they frequently appear in medication-related questions.
Enzyme Kinetics and the Michaelis-Menten Equation: Key Concepts for the DAT
Master enzyme kinetics for the DAT! Learn the Michaelis-Menten equation, key enzyme properties, and strategies for solving DAT-style questions.
Abnormal Posturing: A Critical Sign in Neurological Assessment for the NCLEX
Learn how to recognize abnormal posturing (decorticate, decerebrate, and flaccid) for the NCLEX exam. This guide breaks down key differences, clinical implications, and test-taking tips for success.